The body of Mr Misalis' wife, Zaharia, was found at the couple's South Morang home on March 26 last year.

Defence lawyer Tony Hargreaves told the court he was waiting for a psychiatric report before a decision was made about whether the matter would go to trial or Mr Misalis would enter a plea.

Mr Hargreaves said Mr Misalis had been flown to hospital from the matrimonial home with injuries, including to the neck.

A psychiatric report on Mr Misalis' mental state had yet to be completed.

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Mr Misalis' defence barrister Peter Morrissey, SC, was expected to visit Mr Misalis at the psychiatric hospital when the report was finalised, where Mr Misalis is a non-voluntary patient, and give him advice as to his options.

Justice Forrest said it appeared appropriate to adjourn the proceedings until the situation was clearer.